Lewis Mountain in Shenandoah National Park

Lewis Mountain

Lewis Mountain is a centrally located campground, picnic area, and camp store.

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Lewis Mountain Details

Lewis Mountain is a centrally located campground, picnic area, and camp store. Located at mile marker 57.5 and open from early April to early November, Lewis Mountain is a great place to stop during a tour of Skyline Drive or to set up camp for a few days. There are cabins available to rent as well as 31 first-come, first-served campground sites available for $15 per night. The Lewis Mountain picnic area and camp store opens and closes with the campground. The camp store is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. during the spring, summer, and fall.

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Nearby Parks Around Lewis Mountain

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33.5 mi away

Shenandoah

National Park · VA

254.6 mi away

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344.1 mi away

Congaree

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424.8 mi away

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504.3 mi away

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Lewis Mountain

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1.2 mi away

Bearfence Mountain

A part-hike, part-scramble to the rocky summit of Bearfence Mountain rewards you with breathtaking 360 views; it's a must-see.

4.2 mi away

South River

The South River Overlook and Picnic Grounds are open year-round and offer a great place to rest.

4.4 mi away

South River Falls

Choose an out-and-back or loop hike to the scenic South River Falls observation point.

4.7 mi away

Mill Prong-Rapidan Camp

Follow this moderate trail to the site of Rapidan Camp, President Herbert Hoover's 1920s fishing retreat.

4.7 mi away

Milam Gap Parking Area

A parking area adjacent to the Mill Prong Trail.